Major Problems with 1997 Honda Civic Derived from Complaints & Recalls


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Worst 3 complaints of 1997 Honda Civic

1997 Honda Civic FRONTAL Victims: 3

1997 Honda Civic TIRES Victims: 2 Mileage: 60000 miles

1997 Honda Civic AIR BAGS Victims: 2

Browse 1997 Honda Civic complaints by category

Problems with AIR BAGS, FRONTAL and VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Honda Civic owners.

Problem Category Number of Problems
AIR BAGS
while exiting a parking lot in an accelerating right-hand turn vehicle went over a small curb and both air bags...
62
~ 45714 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
while driving at low speed driver struck the vehicle in front of her and may have been struck from behind.
53
~ 13461 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
experienced repetitive power surges while accelerating in 1st and 2nd gears between 2400 and 4000 rpm....
22
~ 11636 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS
while traveling noticed air bag indicator light on at all times. dealer has been contacted. please provide further information. *ak...
20
~ 61350 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
transmission failed....
17
~ 25123 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY
i had this problem fixed twice in two years..at my expence(over $500)...
17
~ 25329 miles
TIRES
the air bag falsly deployed when the right front tire went flat causing the consumer to crash into a utility
15
~ 17267 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
recall failure (99e-015) was the cause of vehicle accident prior to receiving notice. *mjs ...
15
~ 7333 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
throttle cable sticks at low speeds - when pressed it "snaps lose" going to 1/2 throttle jerking car forward snapping...
12
~ 8750 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
air bag sensor light came on and stayed on all day. took vehicle to dealership who informed consumer that there...
9
~ 74008 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES
firestone fr680 tires p185 65 r14 experienced tread wear. *slc...
8
BODY > STRUCTURE
paint failure. *yc...
8
~ 41625 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
windshield design problem....
7
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
abs system failed....
7
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
the engine light came on and i took it to the shop to determine the cause. they told me that...
6
~ 15000 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
apparent crankshaft/pulley bad. upon removing pulley bolt key and crankshaft found worn stripped and chewed up. also possible timing gear
6
~ 18333 miles
FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
daytime running light module burned up. *ak...
6
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the design/location of the ignition switch almost caused an accident the vehicle turned off while driving....
6
~ 14167 miles
DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
both front disc wheels have warped three times in 60 000 miles. my car has been primarily a commuter auto...
5
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING
timing belt failed....
5
~ 8000 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS
brake rotors failed two time in 20 000 miles first repair at 9 000 miles rotors warped causing extreme vibration
5
INTERIOR LIGHTING
when driving headlights and insturment panal get really bright and go back to normal like they flicker bright have changed
4
~ 10000 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES
i was driving south on i95 at highway speed and tuned off at exit 74 went north at 35 miles...
4
~ 49750 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE
weather strip molding deformed....
4
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
windows have come off track noisy clutch brakes and engine. vehicle also has a rattling and buzzing sound when running....
4
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY
a design flaw in rear window makes it impossible for the driver to see over the trunk of the vehicle
4
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
sunvisor broke off. mjs...
4
~ 15000 miles
ENGINE
this is car 2. on the 10th of august i took the saturn in after i had placed the call...
3
~ 57141 miles
POWER TRAIN
this vehicle is a lemon -- defective throughout. major problem is a transmission that has failed twice -- once being...
3
~ 91333 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
the power window regulator failed early upon within warranty. it was repaired by warranty. my power sunroof / moonroof has...
3
FRONT > SEAT BELTS
consumer states that the driver side seat belt did not lock in place when they were rear ended. causing minor...
3
~ 22690 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
igniter problem vehicle is issued emission warranty extension due to problem. yh...
3
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT
the driver of the vehicle had noticed that the output of the air conditioner had been diminishing over several weeks....
3
SEAT BELTS
consumer had an accident and the air bags didn't deploy....
3
~ 502 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
since oct '02 i have had my car in and out of the dealership due to the recall for emissions....
2
~ 14110 miles
EQUIPMENT
i purchased an automatic 1997 honda civic ex from costa mesa honda in costa mesa ca on march 11 2000....
2
~ 49350 miles
ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
when driving headlights and insturment panal get really bright and go back to normal like they flicker bright have changed
2
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM
while driving pipes from catalytic converter fell off consumer states muffler now needs replaced. firestone tires size 14 dot number
2
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS
erratic operation of air bag depoyment when vehicle bumped a curve (hard enough to bend the front rim). passenger's side...
2
~ 34035 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
passenger's side door cannot manually or by using the electronic door locks to be opened. consumer took vehicle to dealership
2
~ 44000 miles
CRUISE CONTROL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
each time i am stopped and the car is in drive the idle fluctuates rapidly between 0 and 1000 rpm.
2
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
brakes failed to stop car as it was coming to a halt rolling forward at about 2mph. brake pedal was...
2
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
vehicle was experiencing check engine light illumination dealer repaired wiring system however after repair the vehicle began to surge as...
2
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
passenger side seat belt grabs / locks up without deceleration ( locks belt in position ). *yc...
2
~ 12500 miles
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE
hood assembly failure. *ak...
2
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
a vehicle speed control recall (nhtsa campaign id number : 99i002000) related to my vehicle is posted on the nhtsa...
2
~ 58250 miles
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
seat belt fails to retract. *ak...
2
WHEELS
rear wheels are turned inward causing tires to wear out on inside. *ak...
2
~ 502 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION
front end noisy and shakes while driving 65 mph and up. also window fell out on driver's side and door
2
INTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
rear view mirror swivels excessively when flipped to reduce headlight glare. mirror needs to be readjusted while driving causing distraction....
2
EXTERIOR > REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
poor visibility through the left rear view mirror....
2
TRUNK LID > BODY > STRUCTURE
right side of trunk leaks causing the owner to put everything in the back seat instead of the trunk. possible
2
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT
i ordered driver side and passenger side valucraft ball joint (part number: vfa2084) from autozone.com for my car 1997 honda...
1
LOWER BALL JOINT > CONTROL ARM > FRONT
i ordered driver side and passenger side valucraft ball joint (part number: vfa2084) from autozone.com for my car 1997 honda...
1
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
engine shutdown without warning while driving. *tr...
1
~ 90000 miles
VALVE > TIRES
i had a blowout at highway speeds due to a failed valve stem in my rear left tire. the tire
1
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
the vtec-e on my 1997 honda civic hx is not engaging at the proper times which is not only an...
1
~ 15000 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
date and mileage are approximate. this was my wife's car which i very seldom drove. not long after the car...
1
~ 5000 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS
two of the three back seat belts the center and the back driver's side have broken away from the buckle...
1
~ 118250 miles
STARTER ASSEMBLY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl*the contact owns a 1997 honda civic. the failure mileage was 112000 and the current mileage was 113000. the vehicle...
1
~ 112000 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT
the srs system in my honda civic ex 1997 went out when i had first purchased the used car in...
1
~ 145000 miles
BEAD > TIRES
on 10/2/2003 i purchased four dunlop g/t qualifier tires size p205/40r-16 from discount tire see invoice enclosed. on 9/27/2004 i...
1
ON-OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY > AIR BAGS
srs (airbag) light came on and stays on.his happened about 4 months ago during normal use. i need to get
1
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
consumer states while pulling out of driveway the vehicle suddenly accelerated and collided into a tree. consumer also stated the
1
DIFFERENTIAL UNIT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN
consumer states that gas pedal sometimes sticks when compressed. consumer feels unsafe. please provide any further information. *mr...
1
MASTER CYLINDER > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
while driving the consumer applied the brakes and they hesitated to stop which resulted in a front collision. the vehicle
1
~ 68000 miles
HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM > STEERING
consumer was in an accident and airbags didnot deploy. another vehicle cut in front and consumer lost control. vehicle hit
1
RIM > WHEELS
i purchased an automobile from equitable car sales approx 2 years ago "as is". recently i took my vehicle in...
1
~ 124000 miles
LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
vehicle would not start in november of 2000. dealership tested battery to see if this was cause. mechanic replaced battery...
1
RACK AND PINION > STEERING
for last 1-1/2 years (at mileage about 30000) steering wheel bcomes tight and gives click noise only when codl temp...
1
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
front passenger's seat belt buckle would not stay latched leaving occupant without any restraint if involved in a vehicle crash.
1
REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES > VISIBILITY
1) front brake discs warped after only 34 000 miles. shuddering felt upon braking. careful driver did not abuse brakes...
1
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN
1) front brake discs warped after only 34 000 miles. shuddering felt upon braking. careful driver did not abuse brakes...
1
FAN > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
after highway driving 2.5 hours smoke appeared from under hood and car misfired repeatedly. air conditioner system non-functional hall honda...
1
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
srs control unit failed. *slc...
1
BUMPERS > BODY > STRUCTURE
fender liner replaced 8 months ago due to accident. while traveling on highway part of fender liner came apart and...
1
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
headlights have not and will not operate on low beams. only on highbeams and even after factory replacement. blinkers do...
1
~ 7500 miles
STRUCTURE
engine light has come on at least six times since ownership. *mjs ...
1
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
gas tank is leaking causing fumes which results in discomfort to passengers in vehicle. *ak...
1
FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
manufacturer should recall cars with similar problems.improve loyalty...
1
VACUUM > POWER ASSIST > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
consumer's wife was driving vehicle on the highway when she applied the brakes and heard a thumping noise and there...
1
REAR > SUSPENSION
after right front is raised a noise eminates from left/rear quarter as if it's popping back into place due to
1
SEATS
the design and contruction details of seats have and are causing trauma to lower back and hip of driver and
1
WEBBING > FRONT > SEAT BELTS
consumer's passenger's side seat belt does not accomodate her size. the driver side belts fit her just fine. when she...
1
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS
both front brake rotors warp and continually need replacing....
1
ROTOR > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
both front brake rotors warp and continually need replacing....
1
SUSPENSION
the bolt in the rear suspension was cross threaded and completely loose it came out of the suspension. the bolt
1
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE
consumer states when taking the gas cap came off the fuel tank flames were coming out the tank around the
1
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE
timing belt failed....
1
STEERING
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1
~ 1003 miles
IDLER AND ATTACHMENT > ARM > LINKAGES
honda guilty of breach of warranty and ignoring recall issue. paint repair done 4 times including 1 out of pocket...
1
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
vehicle was accidentially shut off due to design of ignition key system easily engaged without knowledge....
1
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
scott honda mailed a post card to my home in feb 2ooo for car recall. upon calling hoinda the lease...
1
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
horn button placement design is poor due to delay in locating button two accidents occurred....
1
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING
random occurrences of car suddenly beginning to shake as the car is being driven. typically occurs on highway going speeds...
1

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